Atty. James Lassart
Mr. James Lassart is a lawyer practicing business and commercial litigation, civil rights, employment litigation and dispute resolution and 5 other areas of law.
Business And Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving San Francisco, CA · 59+ Years Experience
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About James Lassart at a Glance
James Lassart is a Senior Counsel based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Murphy, Pearson, Bradley & Feeney A Professional Corporation. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on employment, business, white collar, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in California (1967), District of Columbia (2008), New York U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth (2011), and Washington (2018). Educated at University of San Francisco School of Law (J.D., 1967) and Santa Clara University (B.A., 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James Lassart
- Mr. James Lassart is a lawyer practicing business and commercial litigation, civil rights, employment litigation and dispute resolution and 5 other areas of law
- James received a B.A. degree from Santa Clara University in 1964, and has been licensed for 59 years
- James practices at Murphy, Pearson, Bradley & Feeney A Professional Corporation in San Francisco, CA
Practice Areas Explained
James Lassart's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Lassart handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Francisco.
Employment Law in San Francisco
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Business & Corporate Law in San Francisco
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
James Lassart is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →
White Collar Crimes in San Francisco
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Civil Litigation in San Francisco
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
James Lassart is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →
Civil Rights in San Francisco
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in San Francisco
Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in San Francisco are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
San Francisco Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a San Francisco-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in San Francisco Choose James Lassart
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish James Lassart's practice in the field of employment, business, white collar, litigation, and civil rights.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James Lassart brings 59+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California, District of Columbia, and New York U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth , James Lassart can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, business, and white collar, James Lassart can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in San Francisco
A San Francisco-based practice means James Lassart attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues James Lassart Handles in San Francisco
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters James Lassart has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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